Description
Valentine’s Quick & Easy Creamy Beet Farfalle is the perfect dish to impress your loved one without spending hours in the kitchen. This vibrant, creamy pasta showcases the natural sweetness of beets, creating a stunning pink sauce that’s both delicious and visually appealing. In just 30 minutes, you can twirl al dente farfalle pasta in a rich beet-infused sauce, making every bite an expression of love. Whether for a romantic dinner or a cozy night in, this recipe is sure to enchant!
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz farfalle pasta
- 2 medium fresh beets (roasted) or 1 can (15 oz) of beets (drained)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the farfalle pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- If using fresh beets, roast them at 400°F (200°C) for about 45 minutes until tender. Peel and chop; if using canned beets, simply chop them.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped beets and heavy cream to the skillet; cook for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Blend the mixture until smooth, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Toss the drained farfalle with the beet sauce until evenly coated. Serve garnished with extra Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling/Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 65mg